New ‘Simpsons’ Christmas Special Premieres on Disney+

A new Simpsons Christmas special is on its way. At the recent D23 event, it was announced that Season 35 of the animated series will finally debut on Disney+ in October, shortly after Season 36 kicks off on Fox. Additionally, there will be four specials streaming exclusively on Disney+, including a highly anticipated Christmas special.

Timed for the 35th anniversary of The Simpsons‘ original Christmas special, the double-episode “O C’mon All Ye Faithful” will premiere on December 17. While the plot details are still under wraps, more information is expected to be shared in the coming months. It’s also not yet confirmed if the special will air on Fox after its Disney+ debut, but it wouldn’t be surprising if it does. Initially, fans will need a Disney+ subscription to watch the new Christmas special.

The Simpsons is no stranger to Christmas episodes. While the show hasn’t featured a holiday special every season like its annual “Treehouse of Horror” episodes, there are still plenty to enjoy. Disney+ is expected to have all the Christmas episodes available in one place closer to the festive season. This new double-episode special is definitely a holiday treat, and since it’s on Disney+, it might be longer than regular episodes, adding to the excitement.

“O C’mon All Ye Faithful” is not the only holiday special The Simpsons fans can look forward to on Disney+. A Halloween short will be dropping in October, making the spooky season even spookier with both the new short and the traditional “Treehouse of Horror” episode. Details about the Halloween-themed short will likely be announced closer to Halloween, but the wait should be well worth it.

With The Simpsons now preparing for its 36th season, multiple new specials, and a potential second feature film in the works, there seems to be no end in sight for this beloved series. It’s always exciting to see what’s next for The Simpsons and its ever-expanding franchise. The new double-episode Christmas special is a fantastic way to celebrate the upcoming holiday season. For now, fans can look forward to Season 36 premiering on Sunday, September 29 on Fox’s fall 2024 schedule.